Hospitality Management (HM)

This major provides students with a comprehensive learning experience, preparing them to assume entry-level management responsibility in the dynamic field of hospitality. Building on a strong business core, the curriculum enables students to develop skills in food preparation, customer service, and restaurant management while practicing in the school's fine-dining operations.

Career Opportunities

Recommended High School Subjects

A strong background in high school math, reading, and written communication is required, as is a working knowledge of keyboarding and personal computers. Strong manual dexterity and mechanical skills are highly desirable.

Additional Information

Dress Code: Professionalism is the signature of this degree, and is the expectation for performance and appearance. Uniform and personal appearance standards are strictly enforced. Students are required to be clean-shaven (neat mustache above the lip is allowed), have properly contained hair (top of ear and back of collar for men; tied up and under hat for women, utilizing a net if necessary - no protruding bangs). In labs, no excessive makeup and no jewelry are allowed, including rings, watches and earrings or visible piercings of any style. Students in Tableservice and/or Wine and Beverage Practicum may wear appropriate cosmetics, a watch, a single set of post-style earrings. Hair must be restrained - the utilization of a French braid or discrete pinning/styling is required.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA).

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